roped up and running belays

roped up and running belays, originally uploaded by carolyn_in_oregon.

we practiced some roped team travel and using running belays with pickets as anchors. it was awkward to unclip the caribiners with my giant goretex gloves but my hands were warm & dry (thanks lainee!)

Esther is uphill from me.

Ladies, you better pee before you put on that harness.

Mountaineering class on Mt Hood